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Ines Foscarini

Ines Foscarini, News Writer

Grade 11

Why did you join The B&W?

I wanted to explore my passion of writing and be able to write about issues in our community.

If you were a candle, what scent would you be?

Spearmint

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Superintendent Monifa McKnight’s recommendations represent the first stage of establishing the scope of the boundary analysis, which will determine how MCPS populates the high school when it reopens in 2026.

Superintendent recommends including Whitman, 21 other schools in Woodward HS boundary study

By Ines Foscarini
March 10, 2023
The “Cupid Shuffle” will take place from 7:30-11:30 p.m. and feature student DJs, a photo booth, raffles, food and games. 

SGA to host new Charity Month dance Feb. 11

By Ines Foscarini
February 3, 2023
Magloon speaks to students at lunch today.

Photo of the Day, Tuesday, Jan. 24: Author Kekla Magoon speaks to students at lunch event

By Ines Foscarini
January 25, 2023
Temple Sinai Rabbi Noah Diamondstein speaks to students at the Dec. 22 walkout.

Students condemn antisemitism, share personal experiences during first period walkout

By Ines Foscarini
December 24, 2022
On Nov. 8, Whitman seniors aged 18 and older joined 2 million Maryland residents in selecting the party that would take control of Congress, choose Governor Larry Hogan’s successor and elect other candidates for local office.

First-time student voters reflect on historic midterm elections

By Ines Foscarini
December 8, 2022
Whitmans Chamber Choir after earning a perfect score at an adjudication in March of 2022.

Chamber Choir recognized as finalist in WASH-FM Holiday Choral Competition

By Ines Foscarini
December 6, 2022
Social worker Jacklyn Amankwa plays music on Whitmans loudspeaker between fourth and fifth periods on Thursday.

Photo of Yesterday, Nov. 4: music fills the halls between class periods

By Ines Foscarini
November 5, 2022
In a video recording from a Student Athlete Leadership Council meeting, students called on their peers to renew their commitment to sportsmanship guidelines that include respecting other players and coaches, avoiding confrontations with referees and cheering on student athletes from the stands.

MCPS implements new security measures at high school athletic events

By Ines Foscarini
September 23, 2022
The town hall-style presentations covered the shift to a one-lunch bell schedule, the return to pre-COVID attendance policies, new cell phone use guidelines and ID requirements for seniors leaving campus during lunch.

Administrators visit math classes to discuss new school policies, expectations

By Ines Foscarini
September 6, 2022
Beginning on August 29, students and staff will share a single lunch, and pupils will be able to meet with counselors, teachers and support staff during that time. 

Administrators announce shift to one-period lunch schedule for upcoming school year

By Ines Foscarini
July 29, 2022
Former social studies teacher Kirkland Shipley accepted a government plea offer at a court hearing yesterday morning.

Former teacher Kirkland Shipley pleads guilty to sexual abuse charges

By Ines Foscarini
June 4, 2022
Seniors dance to music at prom for the first time since 2019.

Whitman hosts first prom celebration in 3 years

By Ines Foscarini
May 13, 2022
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